The history of fashion 1990s

World Wide Customs : The History of Fashion

1990s: Chuck Taylors

While the shoe was originally made for basketball players, the '90s saw a huge revival of these Chuck Taylors on the streets. These shoes became synonymous with counterculture and were worn by lovers of grunge, punk rockers, and rockers. Today, these sneakers are one of the most popular out there.

1990s: Platform Shoes

Spice Girls

According to Refinery 29, the platform shoe hasn’t always been about fashion. They were used to help royals walk through mud in the medieval times, boosted the height of Greek thespians on stage, and were actually outlawed by parliament in the 1670s! After many ins and outs in the fashion world, they made a huge comeback in the '90s as a go-to accessory for the popular British pop group, the Spice Girls. As soon as department stores saw the demand, they mass produced the item and had them on every girl that was willing to jeopardize her walk for fashion. 

2000s: Velour Track Suits

Thanks to Juicy Couture, celebrities (including Paris Hilton!) in the early millenium were found wearing velour tracksuits in every colour. Trying to emulate Hollywood, people all over the world followed suit and dozens of replicas came onto the market. Unfortunately, some celebrities are still wearing these track suits today! Will this trend ever die? 

2000s: Statement Jewellery

In the early 2000s, celebrities started bringing the bling. From earrings to necklaces to rings, everything bigger really was better. We've since settled down a little (no more collarbone-length chandelier earrings!), but you'll still see some majorly glam accessories on most of Hollywood's leading ladies.